CM: Zirkzee could return to Italy as Man Utd boss Amorim wants Gyokeres | OneFootball

Joshua Zirkzee’s start to life at Manchester United has not gone as smoothly as hoped, and the change in coach could lead to a January opportunity.

Calciomercato.com recall how Zirkzee came off the bench in the match between the Red Devils and Leicester City over the weekend with the game already decided at 2-0. The Dutchman has only made four starts in the Premier League, but the most recent was on September 29, a 3-0 defeat to Spurs.

Erik ten Hag brought his compatriot to United for €42.5m, to be paid over three years. He has a contract with the Premier League club which is valid until 2029, with an option for an extra year in a deal worth €3.5m net per season.

The report claims that Zirkzee could leave United sooner than expected. The hiring of Ruben Amorim from Sporting CP to replace Ten Hag means that another striker might be requested, with Viktor Gyokeres an obvious link.

Italian clubs who had already been keeping an eye on Zirkzee in the summer (like Milan) are watching Zirkzee closely. After scoring only one goal in 16 games played for United, a move back to Serie A – league that he knows well and thrived in – could be beneficial for all involved.